Overview

• Quinnipiac reports 54% of Pennsylvania Democrats now disapprove of Sen. John Fetterman’s job performance, with 33% approving.
• Republican approval has climbed to 62% versus 21% disapproval, a sharp reversal from last year, while independents remain split at 43%–43%.
• Statewide, Fetterman’s approval stands at 46% with 38% disapproval in the Sept. 25–29 survey of 1,579 registered voters (±3.3 points).
• The shift follows breaks with party leaders, including a vote for a GOP-crafted funding measure during the shutdown fight and support for some Trump nominees.
• Fetterman says he will not switch parties, as Democratic criticism and questions about health and attendance grow and analysts note potential for primary challenges.